The Strategic Chiropractor

JANUARY 6, 2016

Perhaps the biggest source of frustration and potentially the greatest achilles heel for many chiropractors is their chiropractic documentation. I have yet to meet a single chiropractor who actually likes taking notes or would acknowledge documentation as a highlight of their professional responsibilities.

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Chiropractic Economics

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Sponsor: NCMIC Speakers: Cass McLeod-Skinner & Elizabeth Moore About the Webinar: Listen as our speakers dive into crucial aspects of chiropractic practice, including the importance of maintaining professional boundaries, the critical role of accurate documentation, and navigating continuing education requirements.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MAY 22, 2012

The average busy chiropractor either fails to bill, code and document services correctly and unfortunately, their staff also misses it. Mistakes happen. The claim hits the insurance company with the bad info intact. Next, the DC contacts me with a series of questions, depending on the situation.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MAY 6, 2013

With auditors examining our every move, many chiropractors are growing increasingly concerned about the state of their documentation. Heres the really bad news: as a Certified Professional Auditor and Professional Coder myself, I have reviewed countless chiropractic records and many DCs have good reason to worry.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

JANUARY 19, 2016

This is Part 3 of our Documentation Downfalls series and even though most chiropractors feel like their notes take way too long (what we have defined as a QUANTITY issue), this is Part 3 for a good reason. Heres why: Unless you have solved QUALITY problems i.e. you know how to produce a quality […]

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Genesis

MAY 27, 2024

Here’s where Dr. Evan Katz, a seasoned chiropractor and founder of Professionally Integrated, sheds light on the two pillars of a successful chiropractic practice: patient education and meticulous documentation. This fosters trust, improves treatment outcomes, and builds long-term patient relationships. X-rays, MRIs).

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Chiropractic Economics

JANUARY 30, 2025

The bill, according to a press release from the Michigan Association of Chiropractors (MAC), includes an amendment ensuring chiropractic patients can use their earned sick time for conditions beyond those narrowly defined under federal law. The MAC worked to modify the bills language to prevent restrictions on chiropractic care access.

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Chiropractic Economics

MAY 1, 2025

Use wellness journaling to track pain and progress Encourage patients to document their symptoms daily. Sanna is the author of Cracking the Code: Marketing ChiropracticHow Chiropractors Align Spines and Minds, available on amazon.com. How you can recommend journaling to patients 1. Where do I feel pain or tension?

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Reinhardt Chiropractic

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Document any emerging symptoms to share with your chiropractor. Early intervention can save you from long-term discomfort and improve your overall well-being. Here are the next steps to take: Seek a professional evaluation as soon as possible, even if you feel fine initially.

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Chiropractic Economics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Clinics must follow legal requirements for notifying affected patients and the relevant authorities and document the breach, along with mitigation steps, in the clinic’s compliance manual. Document everything: Documentation is critical in demonstrating compliance during an audit. The Strategic Chiropractor. TotalHIPAA.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MARCH 31, 2011

Recently I received an email from an auditing group to which I belong that offered some nasty little tips that auditors can use to easily recoup money from physicians, including chiropractors. First, let me pause and clarify one point. Although I do have a certification as a professional medical auditor (and as of this writing […]

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The Strategic Chiropractor

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Its a question we hear from frustrated chiropractors often. They are tired of the hassles of Medicare, the threat of audits, the increasing documentation requirements and the low pay.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

JULY 6, 2017

When treating a motor vehicle injury, the pre-existing condition often creates enough of a mess to spark fear in the hands of inexperienced chiropractor or worse, to cause mistakes in the area of injury apportionment which can compromise the claim and/or produce a flurry of billing, coding and documentation errors that will lead to payment […] (..)

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MAY 12, 2015

Recent surveys have indicated that EMRs are causing doctors to lose 48 minutes per day (literally slowing down their pace) which is.umm.exactly the opposite of most chiropractors goals for utilizing an EMR system and for accelerating their practice growth in general. I […]

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The Strategic Chiropractor

JULY 16, 2015

Despite the promises of the Affordable Care Act, heres the stark reality: there has been no documented rise in new patients or visits for chiropractors; but there has been a decrease in reimbursements and increase in the number of narrow networks that we are dealing with.

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Chiropractic Economics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Document your fee schedule. This documentation is crucial for audits and ensuring transparency in your billing practices. He is the author of Cracking the Code: Marketing Chiropractic—How Chiropractors Align Spines and Minds , available on Amazon.com. Keep detailed records of your fee schedule and any changes you make.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

JULY 20, 2009

In other words, things NOT to do when attempting to document or meet criteria for medically necessary care. In Part One of this article, we looked at medical necessity "traps." We also discussed that one of the challenges with mastering the maze of medical necessity is that the definitions may vary from payer to payer. […]

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Rocket Chiro

APRIL 24, 2025

In this blog, we’ll explore the various ways new patients typically contact chiropractors, the pros and cons of each method, and practical recommendations for maximizing patient conversions while maintaining compliance with privacy regulations. Social Media Communication Ideal for chiropractors highly active on social media.

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Chiropractic Economics

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The best coaches are proficient with modern technology and adept at teaching DCs how to document functional outcomes, attract high-quality new patients and maintain a passionate, purpose-driven team. Your practice should be systems-driven, from patient examination and care recommendations to financial and documentation procedures.

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Reinhardt Chiropractic

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Through realigning the spine and joints, chiropractors can alleviate pain and discomfort, promoting a faster recovery. Chiropractors are skilled in detecting and addressing these subtle injuries, preventing long-term complications that may arise if left untreated. A car accident lawyer can help guide this process.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MARCH 4, 2014

Buried amidst a flurry of OIG recommendations, targets and auditing hoopla are two gems that can help us as chiropractors reduce the possibility of EHR-induced documentation problems.

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Any Spine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Role of Chiropractic Care in Preventing Injuries As an Atlanta chiropractor deeply committed to your active well-being, I take pride in offering key preventative strategies to keep injuries at bay. Now, let’s talk finding the right chiropractor to keep you at your peak. Recognizing injuries is one step.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

Though many chiropractors love to hate Medicare because it wields a big stick and seems to cause big problems, one bit of saving grace about the CMS giant is that continually try to inform the chiropractic profession on what we are doing wrong. Call it a being a little lazy (or working smarter), but rather […]

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ChiroTouch

JULY 22, 2024

Chiropractic coding and documentation capture every adjustment and treatment detail, ensuring excellent patient care and simplifying billing and compliance. Focus on detailed chiropractic documentation for routine office visits (ROVs) and create quick, compliant SOAP notes to track patient progress and improve your workflow.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MAY 15, 2014

Today we are going to take a detour off the billing, coding, documentation & compliance roads and go directly down the path of building a better business. In that respect, one thing that interests nearly all chiropractors is developing cash income streams (i.e. non-insurance dependent).

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ChiroUp

JULY 3, 2024

Can you remember all the positive orthopedic tests needed to be documented for tarsal tunnel syndrome? While most chiropractors would lean on a regional exam form with 25 tests they learned in school 30 years ago, there is a better way! It’s about precision and efficiency – two things every chiropractor aims for.

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The Strategic Chiropractor

AUGUST 11, 2016

Unless you have just emerged from your 20 year time capsule, its not really news that Medicare has its crosshairs on chiropractors. And while this fact frustrates many chiropractors, motivates some into compliance and just plain confuses much of the chiropractic profession, heres the plain and simple truth: Medicare […]

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NCMIC

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Mike Whitmer and chiropractor Dr. Jenny Brocker delve into the legal and safety considerations of treating pediatric patients. From meticulous documentation to navigating informed consent and handling custody issues, this episode provides expert insights to ensure a successful and legally sound pediatric chiropractic practice.

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Genesis

MAY 20, 2024

Did you know that a whopping 25% of chiropractors face audits by Medicare every year ? Non-compliance with coding and documentation rules can lead to denied claims, hefty fines, and even legal trouble. Some chiropractors believe they must participate in these plans to treat patients. But fear not, fellow spinal adjusters!

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Any Spine

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

As a chiropractor, my focus is on correcting misalignments, known as subluxations, thereby restoring proper function and enabling the body’s natural healing processes. Bring along documents and medical history for a comprehensive analysis of your health. When scheduling your appointment, understanding the process is crucial.

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iMatrix

JULY 22, 2024

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The Strategic Chiropractor

MAY 10, 2010

In business and in life, it is helpful to go back and review the basics, to take a look at where youve been and where you want to go. Todays blog post features 3 links to our most popular columns of the past in case you missed them or in case you need […]

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The Remarkable Practice

APRIL 10, 2025

20:46 The power of writing down goals and team objectiveshow vision becomes action when its clearly documented and shared. Learn how chiropractors can secure corporate contracts and leverage tax incentives at no extra cost. .” 14:39 How painting a vivid picture of a team members goals increases long-term buy-in and loyalty.

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Genesis

MAY 6, 2024

In our enlightening conversation, Dr. Tauber brings to light one of the most prevalent mistakes made by providers, particularly chiropractors: the tendency to overlook or dismiss certain symptoms because they may fall outside their perceived scope of practice.

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ChiroUp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Typically Positive Tests Evidence-based chiropractors use orthopedic testing to identify injured tissue. Traditionally, ChiroUp shows you all the tests (orthopedic, neurologic, ROM, pathologic) that a chiropractor should perform per diagnosis. Chiropractors must reflect these variations in tissue healing within their treatment plans.

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NCMIC

APRIL 1, 2024

When Sarah Haack suffered a stroke and made a malpractice claim against her chiropractor, Dr. Peterson's records didn't match what he told the jury. What went wrong?

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Any Spine

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Many athletes in Atlanta are turning to chiropractors for effective treatments to aid recovery. In this article, I will discuss the role of chiropractors in sports injury recovery, the techniques they use, and how chiropractic care can enhance athletic performance.

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